While Kupp was wanting to stay, the Los Angeles Rams made that clear he will not be.
The Los Angeles Rams told star wide receiver Cooper Kupp that they’re trying to move him.
“I was informed that the team will be seeking a trade immediately and will be working with me and my family to find the right place to continue competing for championships,” Kupp posted on X.
“I don’t agree with the decision and always believed it was going to begin and end in L.A.,” Kupp added.
Although Kupp was unsure of his future with the Rams following their playoff loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, he was adamant about his wish and wanting to continue his playing career with the Rams.
The Rams shopped Kupp before the league’s trade deadline but opted to keep him for the remainder of the season after the team went on a little run to keep playoff hopes alive. L.A. was reportedly seeking a second-round pick in return for the wideout and was willing to take on some of his 2024 salary to facilitate a trade.
Kupp has two years remaining on his current contract that is set to account for $29.7 million against the salary cap in 2025.
Kupp has seen his role in the Rams’ offense decline over the past two seasons, as Puca Nakua quickly became a focal point in the passing game when he was healthy.
The 31-year-old has been with the Rams for eight seasons, and was one of Sean McVays first draft picks. He achieved the triple crown during the 2021 campaign when he led the league with 145 catches, 1,947 yards, and 16 touchdowns, making him a vital part of the Rams’ Super Bowl LVI title run.
The 2021 first-team All-Pro receiver missed time this season due to an ankle injury, but he still finished second on the team with 710 yards on 67 receptions for six touchdowns in 12 games.
Kupp has collected 634 receptions, 7,776 yards, and 57 touchdowns during his time in Los Angeles. He is a valuable receiver that in the right system, still had so much to offer.
There will be a lot of contending teams looking to acquire Cooper Kupp.
Jaden Chandler-Parnell, or “JC” is a Sports & Sports Betting Analyst for Stare Down Sports. You can Follow him on X @Jaden95Chandler
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